“Quack” Friday

While others are out looking for quasi-deals on “stuff” for Black Friday, I decided to take to the natural habitats and see what was enjoying the super cold weather. These Mallard ducks could not be more content enjoying the sunshine in frigid waters. Ambient air temperature is 11°F. Mallards can live in almost any wetland habitat, natural or artificial. Look for them on lakes, ponds, marshes, rivers, and coastal habitats, as well as city and suburban parks and residential backyards.